Michigan’s Historic Win Overshadowed by Postgame Brawl
Columbus, OH — CNN
In a stunning upset, Michigan outlasted rival Ohio State in the 120th edition of "The Game," as the Wolverines edged the Buckeyes 13-10, securing their fourth consecutive victory in this storied rivalry. The match, played at Ohio Stadium, saw the Buckeyes enter as nearly 20-point favorites, aiming to end a three-game losing streak against their archrivals and to guarantee their spot in the Big Ten Championship Game.
With the score tied late in the game, Michigan executed a crucial drive that culminated in a 21-yard field goal by Dominic Zvada, sealing the victory. However, the celebration was marred by chaos as a postgame altercation erupted on the field. It began when a Michigan player attempted to plant a banner on the Ohio State logo, leading to a violent brawl featuring players from both teams trading punches.
Stadium security and local police intervened, using pepper spray to disperse the crowd as the situation escalated. Players were seen struggling to recover from the effects of the spray, underscoring the severity of the conflict.
Michigan running back Kalel Mullings condemned the postgame violence, stating, "You hate to see stuff like that after the game. Bad for the sport. Some people got to learn how to lose." He emphasized that the fighting should have been contained within the game’s duration, calling the altercation “classless.”
CNN has reached out to the athletic departments of both teams and local law enforcement for additional insights regarding the incident. As excitement over the victory is overshadowed by this fallout, the focus now turns to maintaining sportsmanship in college football.
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